Find all Pokemon UNITE Patch Notes, including the latest updates from May 15, 2025. Explore detailed patch changes, new updates, previous patches, and all nerfs, buffs, and quality of life improvements.

Latest Update: Version 1.18.2.7

Version 1.18.2.7 Patch Notes

Version 1.18.2.7
Release Date	May 15, 2025
Release Time(s)	7:00AM UTC 11:00PM PDT

Update Summary

• Shop Updates
• Event Updates
• Balance Updates
• Bugfixes

Version 1.18.2.7 Patch Notes

Version 1.18 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.18.2.7

Version 1.18.2.7 Patch Notes
(May 15)

Update Summary

Release Date: May 5, 2025

• Buffs: Blastoise, Blaziken, Clefable, Garchomp
• Nerfs: Alolan Raichu, Gyarados, Zacian
• Shop Updates
• Event Updates
• Bugfixes

Version 1.18.2.6

Version 1.18.2.6 Patch Notes
(April 24)

Update Summary

Release Date: April 24, 2025

• Buffs: Buzzwole, Dragapult, Dragonite, Galarian Rapidash, Venusaur
• Nerfs: Absol, Alolan Raichu, Gengar, Goodra, Leafeon, Meowscarada, Suicune, Talonflame, Trevenant, Zeraora
• Shop Updates
• Event Updates
• Bugfixes

Version 1.18.2.5

Version 1.18.2.5 Patch Notes
(April 17)

Update Summary

Release Date: April 17, 2025

• Matchmaking Adjustments
• First to 500 Adjustments
• Bug Fixes

Version 1.18.1.4

Version 1.18.1.4 Patch Notes
(March 19)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 19, 2025

• Buffs: Comfey, Greninja, Gyarados, Leafeon, Pikachu, Zeraora
• Nerfs: Aegislash, Psyduck, Suicune
• New held items: Accel Bracer and Drive Lens will be available in the shop starting 2025-04-03.
• Shop Updates
• Event Updates
• Balance Changes

Version 1.18.1.3

Version 1.18.1.3 Patch Notes
(March 13)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 13, 2025

• Tweaks: Absol, Gengar, Meowscarada, Snorlax, Talonflame
• Shop Updates
• Event Updates

Version 1.18.1.2

Version 1.18.1.2 Patch Notes
(February 27)

Update Summary

Release Date: February 27, 2025

• Buffs: Absol, Espeon, Gengar, Meowscarada, Snorlax, Talonflame
• Tweaks: Darkrai
• Nerfs: Blissey, Miraidon, Tinkaton, Tsareena, Urshifu
• Holowear Collection Bonus now available! Collect designated Holowear to obtain special Holowear effect sprays!
• Suicune is headed to Aeos Island!
• A new type of battle, First to 500, is available! Dive in and participate to obtain fabulous rewards!
• Remoat Stadium returns to ranked matches! Give it your all, and aim for Master rank!
• From 2025-02-27 at 04:00 UTC to 2025-03-02 at 23:59 UTC, trial Unite licenses for all Pokémon will be available to commemorate Pokémon Day! (Ranked matches excluded.)
• Achievement missions for new Pokémon have been added!
• Shop Updates
• Event Updates

Version 1.17 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.17.2.11

Version 1.17.2.11 Patch Notes
(February 13)

Update Summary

Release Date: February 13, 2025

• Nerfs: Galarian Rapidash
• Matchmaking adjustments

Version 1.17.2.10

Version 1.17.2.10 Patch Notes
(February 6)

Update Summary

Release Date: February 6, 2025

• Buffs: Cramorant, Inteleon, Ho-Oh, Trevenant
• Nerfs: Garchomp, Mega Mewtwo Y, Psyduck, Tsareena
• Shop updates
• Event updates

Version 1.17.2.8

Version 1.17.2.8 Patch Notes
(January 16)

Update Summary

Release Date: January 16, 2025

• Buffs: Aegislash, Gardevoir, Goodra, Sylveon, Urshifu, Zacian
• Nerfs: Alolan Ninetales, Greedent, Psyduck, Umbreon
• Tweaks: Blissey, Wigglytuff
• Shop updates
• Event updates

Version 1.17.1.6

Version 1.17.1.6 Patch Notes
(December 26)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 26, 2024

• Buffs: Blastoise, Buzzwole, Ceruledge, Eldegoss, Inteleon, Scizor
• Nerfs: Mimikyu, Zacian
• Tweaks: Darkrai, Psyduck
• Bug fixes

Version 1.17.1.5

Version 1.17.1.5 Patch Notes
(December 16)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 16, 2024

• Buffs: Tinkaton
• Bug fixes

Version 1.17.1.2

Version 1.17.1.2 Patch Notes
(December 5)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 5, 2024

• Buffs: Buzzwole, Chandelure, Clefable, Cramorant, Decidueye, Delphox, Dodrio, Inteleon, Metagross, Sableye, Scizor, Talonflame, Tsareena
• Nerfs: Absol, Blaziken, Crustle, Duraludon, Garchomp, Leafeon, Machamp, Mr. Mime, Psyduck, Sylveon, Tyranitar, Umbreon, Venusaur, Wigglytuff
• Tweaks: Armarouge, Darkrai
• Bug fixes
• Matching system improvements
• Shop updates
• Event updates

Version 1.16 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.16.2.9

Version 1.16.2.9 Patch Notes
(November 21)

Update Summary

Release Date: November 21, 2024

• Buffs: Cinderace, Goodra, Zeraora
• Nerfs: Darkrai
• Item Changes: Assault Vest, Rocky Helmet, Rescue Hood, Weakness Policy, Rapid-Fire Scarf, Slick Spoon
• Bug fixes

Version 1.16.2.8

Version 1.16.2.8 Patch Notes
(November 1)

Update Summary

Release Date: November 1, 2024

• Buffs: Azumarill, Blissey, Espeon, Gardevoir, Glaceon, Greedent, Lapras, Mega Mewtwo Y
• Nerfs: Armarouge, Ceruledge, Ho-Oh, Mega Mewtwo X, Miraidon, Pikachu, Zacian
• Bug fixes

Version 1.16.2.7

Version 1.16.2.7 Patch Notes
(October 19)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 19, 2024

• Buffs: Darkrai
• Bug fixes

Version 1.16.2.6

Version 1.16.2.6 Patch Notes
(October 17)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 17, 2024

• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Buffs: Alolan Ninetales, Blastoise, Lucario, Machamp, Snorlax, Zoroark
• Nerfs: Armarouge, Charizard, Cramorant, Delphox, Dragapult, Dragonite, Gyarados, Mamoswine Urshifu
• Bug fixes
• New gift code: BALANCE1017

Version 1.16.1.4

Version 1.16.1.4 Patch Notes
(September 27)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 27, 2024

• New Battle Item: Goal Hacker
• Battle Item adjustments
• Bug fixes
• Shop Updates
• Event Updates

Version 1.16.1.2

Version 1.16.1.2 Patch Notes
(September 5)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 5, 2024

• Armarouge is coming to Aeos Island
• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Buffs: Buzzwole, Gengar, Mimikyu, Pikachu, Sylveon
• Nerfs: Blaziken, Ceruledge, Ho-Oh, Slowbro, Zacian
• Bug fixes
• New gift code: BALANCE0905

Version 1.15 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.15.1.7

Version 1.15.1.7 Patch Notes
(August 22)

Update Summary

Release Date: August 22, 2024

• WCS Commemorative Special Sale Underway
• Shop Updates
• Event Updates
• BUFFS: Greninja, Glaceon, Inteleon
• New Gift Code: BALANCE0822

Version 1.15.1.5

Version 1.15.1.5 Patch Notes
(July 31)

Update Summary

Release Date: July 31, 2024

• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Bug fixes

Version 1.15.1.3

Version 1.15.1.3 Patch Notes
(July 25)

Update Summary

Release Date: July 25, 2024

• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Tweaks: Ho-Oh
• Bug fixes

Version 1.15.1.2

Version 1.15.1.2 Patch Notes
(July 16)

Update Summary

Release Datee: July 16, 2024

• Shop Updates
• Event Updates
• Buffs: Ceruledge, Chandelure, Charizard, Clefable, Delphox, Gyarados, Pikachu, Talonflame, Urshifu
• Nerfs: Cramorant, Dodrio, Falinks, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, Meowscarada, Miraidon, Sylveon, Zoroark
• Bug fixes
• New Gift code: BALANCE0716

Version 1.14 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.14.2.10

Version 1.14.2.10 Patch Notes
(June 19)

Update Summary

Release Date: June 19, 2024

• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Absol, Blaziken, Duraludon, Garchomp, Mimikyu, Mr. Mime, Slowbro, Venusaur
• NERFS: Hoopa, Leafeon, Miraidon, Scizor, Trevenant, Tyranitar
• Pika Party event will be held again on June 22, 2024
• New gift code BALANCE0619 for all

Version 1.14.2.9

Version 1.14.2.9 Patch Notes
(June 13)

Update Summary

Release Date: June 13, 2024

• Ceruledge realeased
• Shop updates
• Event updates

Version 1.14.2.8

Version 1.14.2.8 Patch Notes
(June 6)

Update Summary

Release Date: June 6, 2024

• Ceruledge announced
• Long-term consecutive log-in bonuses now available
• Shop updates
• Event updates

Version 1.14.1.6

Version 1.14.1.6 Patch Notes
(May 13)

Update Summary

Release Date: May 13, 2024

• Bug fix
• Text correction
• BUFFS: Blissey, Cramorant, Decidueye, Metagross, Tyranitar
• NERFS: Blastoise, Delphox, Glaceon, Gyarados, Mew
• Fixed an issue where the color set effect of support medals would not activate when KOed.
• Fixed an issue where Gyarados would retains Magikarp's attack speed when evolving during or with an attack.
• Fixed an issue in the Switch version where Mimikyu would cause a lag when appearing on screen.

Version 1.14.1.5

Version 1.14.1.5 Patch Notes
(April 16)

Update Summary

Release Date: April 16, 2024

• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Aegislash, Azumarill, Gyarados, Hoopa, Machamp, Snorlax, Umbreon
• NERFS: Buzzwole, Eldegoss, Espeon, Mega Mewtwo Y, Meowscarada, Zoroark
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Greedent, Miraidon, Trevenant, Zeraora
• EVENTS: Dragon Carnival Share event

Version 1.14.1.4

Version 1.14.1.4 Patch Notes
(March 12)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 12, 2024

• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Charizard, Greedent, Scizor
• NERFS: Clefable, Galceon, Intelon, Miraidon, Umbreon
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Blaziken, Gengar, Leafeon, Trevenant
• ITEM UPDATES: Muscle Band

Version 1.14.1.2

Version 1.14.1.2 Patch Notes
(February 27)

Update Summary

Release Date: February 27, 2024

• Shiny Rayquaza appears on Theia Sky Ruins from Feb. 22, 2024 to Mar. 12, 2024
• Panic Parade returns on Feb. 27, 2024!
• Holowear Effect Spray added to the game. Available at the Aeos Emporium from Feb. 27, 2024
• Miraidon’s Sandwich Challenge goes live! Obtain Miraidon’s UNITE License for free.
• Draft pick added in Ranked Matches.
• Banned Pokemon in Draft Picks increased from 1 to 2 from each team.
• BUFFS: Zacian, Meowscarada, Leafeon, Gyarados, Pikachu, Blissey, Trevenant, Delphox
• NERFS: Dragapult, Crustle, Dragonite
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, Mimikyu, Metagross, Absol, Blaziken
• ITEM UPDATES: Muscle Band, Charging Charm, Rapid-Fire Scarf

Version 1.13 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.13.1.6

Version 1.13.1.6 Patch Notes
(February 22)

Update Summary

Release Date: February 22, 2024

• Shiny Rayquaza will appear on Battle Map: Theia Sky Ruins from 2024-02-22 to 2024-03-07.
• Starting Ranked Season 18, which begins on February 27, 2024, there will be no EX license limit.
• Starting February 27th, the format of the draft mode ban voting phase will change.
• Bug Fixes..
• Text Fixes.

Version 1.13.1.5

Version 1.13.1.5 Patch Notes
(January 15)

Update Summary

Release Date: January 15, 2024

• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Metagross

Version 1.13.1.4

Version 1.13.1.4 Patch Notes
(January 9)

Update Summary

Release Date: January 9, 2024

• BUFFS: Cinderace, Gardevoir, Metagross, Sylveon, Wigglytuff, Zeraora
• NERFS: Dodrio, Lapras, Zacian

Version 1.13.1.3

Version 1.13.1.3 Patch Notes
(December 12)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 12, 2023

• BUFFS: Meowscarada
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Dodrio, Hoopa, Talonflame, Zacian
• Time required for a Pokemon to perform the next action after using a move or attack was restored to origianl setting.

Version 1.13.1.2

Version 1.13.1.2 Patch Notes
(December 5)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 5, 2023

• BUFFS: Alolan Ninetales, Cramorant, Dragapult, Greninja, Mr. Mime, Tsareena
• NERFS: Hoopa, Inteleon, Mew, Mimikyu, Urshifu
• NEW ITEMS: Charging Charm, Resonant Guard
• NEW GAME MODE: Solo Challenge
• EVENTS: Snowball Battle in Shivre City, Solo Challenge, Holiday Celebration Prize Machine
• Payers in Ultra Class 5, Veteran Class 5, Expert Class 5, and Great Class 5 do not drop below their current class upon defeat.

Version 1.12 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.12.1.6

Version 1.12.1.6 Patch Notes
(November 13)

Update Summary

Release Date: November 13, 2023

• BUFFS: Chandelure, Clefable, Glaceon, Mimikyu, Talonflame
• NERFS: Eldegoss, Mega Mewtwo X, Slowbro, Zacian
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Blastoise, Charizard, Venusaur
• ITEM UPDATES: Eject Button, Full Heal, Goal-Getter, Slow Smoke, Drain Crown, Focus Band, Leftovers, Slick Spoon

Version 1.12.1.4

Version 1.12.1.4 Patch Notes
(October 18)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 18, 2023

• Halloween in Mer Stadium reruns from October 19
• Additional Halloween mission events
• Displaying HP gauges for wild Pokemon is adjusted
• BUFFS: Absol, Blaziken, Decidueye, Mew, Snorlax
• NERFS: Blissey, Leafeon, Lapras, Mega Mewtwo Y, Urshifu
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Cramorant, Talonflame

Version 1.12.1.3

Version 1.12.1.3 Patch Notes
(September 14)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 14, 2023

• Shop update
• Event update
• When using a move near a wall, some Pokemon were behaving unexpectedly, so their behavior was reverted to the one before the last update (Ver. 1.12.1.2).
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Inteleon, Slowbro, Umbreon, Zacian
• ITEM UPDATES: Curse Bangle, Curse Incense

Version 1.12.1.2

Version 1.12.1.2 Patch Notes
(September 7)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 7, 2023

• Battle Pass Season 18
• Ranked Season 14
• NEW RANKS: Beginner: Class 4, Beginner: Class 5, Great: Class 5
• BUFFS: Aegislash, Gengar, Pikachu, Tsareena
• NERFS: Alolan Ninetales, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, Umbreon
• NEW ITEMS: Curse Incense, Curse Bangle

Version 1.11 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.11.1.8

Version 1.11.1.8 Patch Note
(August 15)

Upddate Summary

Release Date: August 15, 2023

• Shop update
• Event update
• Bug Fix
• Text Fix
• BUFFS: Crustle, Garchomp, Talonflame, Tyranitar

Version 1.11.1.7

Version 1.11.1.7 Patch Notes
(August 7)

Update Summary

Release Date: August 7, 2023

• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• NERFS: Mega Mewtwo X
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Decidueye

Version 1.11.1.4

Version 1.11.1.4 Patch Notes
(July 22)

Update Summary

Release Date: July 22, 2023

• NERFS: Mega Mewtwo X

Version 1.11.1.3

Version 1.11.1.3 Patch Notes
(July 18)

Update Summary

Release Date: July 18, 2023

• Battle Pass update
• Ranked match update
• Shop update
• NEW GAME MODE: Panic Parade
• EVENTS: Prize Machine Holowear, Mewtwo's Crystal Cave Challenge, 2nd Anniversary Special Shop Discount, 2nd Anniversary Gem Special Sale

Version 1.10 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.10.1.5

Vesion 1.10.1.5 Patch Notes
(July 3)

Update Summary

Release Date: July 3, 2023

• Shop update
• Event update
• Bug Fixes
• Text Fixes
• NEW ITEMS: Shedinja Doll
• NEW POKEMON: Inteleon

Version 1.10.1.4

Version 1.10.1.4 Patch Notes
(June 26)

Update Summary

Release Date: June 26, 2023

• Fixed linked Facebook account log-in issue

Version 1.10.1.3

Version 1.10.1.3 Patch Notes
(June 15)

Update Summary

Release Date: June 8, 2023

• Shop update
• Event update
• Bug Fix
• Text Fix
• BUFFS: Aegislash, Azumarill, Buzzwole, Dragonite
• NERFS: Dodrio, Glaceon, Lapras, Sableye, Urshifu, Zacian

Version 1.10.1.2

Version 1.10.1.2 Patch Notes
(June 8)

Update Summary

Release Date: June 8, 2023

• New prize machine
• Improved battle replay
• Added menu edition function
• Added replay function
• Improved spectator screen
• Added settings related to surrender
• Improved matching screen
• UNITE Membership content update
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Clefable, Comfey, Cramorant, Glaceon, Lapras, Zacian

Version 1.9 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.9.2.9

Version 1.9.2.9 Patch Notes
(May 16)

Update Summary

Release Date: May 16, 2023

• Pokemon's visibility near goals fixed

Version 1.9.2.8

Version 1.9.2.8 Patch Notes
(May 11)

Update Summary

Release Date: May 11, 2023

• Shop update
• Text Fixes
• EVENTS: Pre-Eevee Festival Campaign
• BUFFS: Alolan Ninetales, Cinderace, Glaceon, Goodra, Scizor
• NERFS: Comfey, Espeon, Lapras
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Chandelure, Dodrio, Gengar, Lucario

Version 1.9.2.6

Version 1.9.2.6 Patch Notes
(April 13)

Update Summary

Release Date: April 13, 2023

• Shop fixes
• Event update
• Text fixes
• Main Menu background customization
• NEW POKEMON: Lapras
• TWEAKS & BUGFIXES: Comfey, Goodra, Tsareena, Zacian

Version 1.9.1.5

Version 1.9.1.5 Patch Notes
(April 4)

Update Summary

Release Date: April 4, 2023

• Bug Fixes
• Text Fixes
• BUFFS: Charizard, Zoroark
• NERFS: Glaceon, Mew, Sableye, Trevenant, Zacian

Version 1.9.1.4

Version 1.9.1.4 Patch Notes
(March 8)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 8, 2023

• Shop updates
• Text fixes
• BOOST EMBLEM FIXES: Ho-oh, Lugia
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Delphox, Dragapult, Glaceon, Slowbro

Version 1.9.1.3

Version 1.9.1.3 Patch Notes
(March 3)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 3, 2023

• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Zacian

Version 1.9.1.2

Version 1.9.1.2 Patch Notes
(February 27)

Update Summary

Release Date: February 27, 2023

• Shop updates
• New events
• Achievements updates
• UNITE Squad updates
• Matchmaking improvements
• Ranked Season 10
• BUFFS: Dragonite, Espeon, Talonflame, Trevenant, Wigglytuff, Zoroark
• NERFS: Delphox, Eldegoss, Gardevoir, Tyranitar, Urshifu
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Zeraora
• NEW ITEMS: Rescue Hood, Rusted Sword, Slick Spoon

Version 1.8 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.8.1.7

Version 1.8.1.7 Balance Patch Notes

Update Summary

Release Date: February 14, 2023

• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Comfey
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Sableye

Version 1.8.1.6

Version 1.8.1.6 Patch Notes
(January 31)

Update Summary

Release Date: January 31, 2023

• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Clefable, Dragapult, Hoopa
• NERFS: Mr. Mime, Sableye, Scizor, Urshifu

Version 1.8.1.5

Version 1.8.1.5 Patch Notes
(January 11)

Update Summary

Release Date: January 11, 2023

• Rank reset adjustment
• Quitter and griefer reward adjustment
• Event updates
• Bug fixes
• Text fixes

Version 1.8.1.4

Version 1.8.1.4 Patch Notes
(December 22)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 22, 2022

• Battle pass updates
• Ranked match updates
• Shop updates
• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Buzzwole, Cinderace, Urshifu
• NERFS: Azumarill, Dodrio, Duraludon, Sableye
• EVENTS: Snowman Scratch Card, Snowman Challenge Missions
• NEW HOLOWEAR: Holiday Style (Blue): Pikachu

Version 1.8.1.3

Version 1.8.1.3 Patch Notes
(December 8)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 8, 2022

• Matchmaking fixes
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES:: Snorlax, Urshifu
• ITEM UPDATES: Rapid-Fire Scarf

Version 1.8.1.2

Version 1.8.1.2 Patch Notes
(December 1)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 1, 2022

• Battle Pass Season 12
• Ranked Season 8
• Shop updates
• Text fixes
• Boost Emblem updates
• Achievements updates
• Improved results screen
• BUFFS: Espeon, Mamoswine, Scizor
• NERFS: Mr. Mime, Sableye, Tsareena, Zoroark
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Clefable, Charizard, Mew
• ITEM UPDATES: Exp. Share, Full Heal
• NEW ITEMS: Rapid-Fire Scarf, Drain Crown
• EVENTS: Snowball Battle in Shivre City

Version 1.7 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.7.1.11

Version 1.7.1.11 Patch Notes
(November 16)

Update Summary

Release Date: November 16, 2022

• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Blastoise, Clefable, Gardevoir, Slowbro, Sylveon
• NERFS: Aegislash, Dodrio, Duraludon, Mew, Mr. Mime
• TWEAK & BUG FIXES: Zoroark
• THEIA SKY RUINS CHANGES: Sitrus Berry, Baltoy, Rayquaza

Version 1.7.1.9

Version 1.7.1.9 Patch Notes
(October 27)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 27, 2022

• Event updates
• Shop updates
• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Clefable, Crustle, Eldegoss, Garchomp, Greninja, Hoopa, Trevenant
• NERFS: Absol, Aegislash, Gengar, Mew, Mr. Mime, Tsareena
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Charizard, Dodrio, Slowbro

Version 1.7.1.8

Version 1.7.1.8 Patch Notes
(October 18)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 13, 2022

• Remoat Stadium can now be selected as a custom battle map
• Battle Pass Season 11
• Ranked Season 7
• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Scizor
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Charizard, Mew
• ITEM UPDATES: Score Shield
• NEW POKEMON: Clefable

Version 1.7.1.7

Version 1.7.1.7 Patch Notes
(September 28)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 28, 2022

• Remoat Stadium now playable in Standard Battles
• Boost Emblem updates
• BUFFS: Azumarill, Blastoise, Buzzwole, Slowbro, Wigglytuff
• NERFS: Absol, Cramorant, Gengar, Glaceon, Mew, Mr. Mime
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Aegislash, Charizard, Greedent, Sylveon, Tsareena, Tyranitar
• THEIA SKY RUINS UPDATES: Rayquaza, Indeedee, Altaria

Version 1.7.1.5

Version 1.7.1.5 Patch Notes

Update Summary

Release Date: September 16, 2022

• Bug fixes
• Purple Aura CDR reduced
• THEIA SKY RUINS UPDATES: Natu, Baltoy, Sitrus berries

Version 1.7.1.4

Version 1.7.1.4 Patch Note Updates
(September 9)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 9, 2022

• Lock-On bug fixed
• EVENTS: Legendary Trainer Showdown

Version 1.7.1.3

Version 1.7.1.3 Patch Notes
(September 5)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 5, 2022

• NERFS: Mr. Mime

Version 1.7.1.2

Version 1.7.1.2 Patch Notes
(September 2)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 2, 2022

• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Text changes
• Adjusted the amount of Aeos Energy gained from Battle
• New Achievements
• Added additional customization plans for Boost Emblems
• Added a "Don't Use Boost Emblems" option in the Battle Prep screen.
• New UNITE Move Effects and Visuals
• BOOST EMBLEMS CHANGES: Attack, Sp. Atk, Critical-Hit Rate, Black
• BUFFS: Buzzwole, Delphox, Espeon, Wigglytuff
• NERFS: Blissey, Cramorant, Dragonite, Duraludon, Tsareena, Tyranitar
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Crustle, Glaceon, Lucario, Machamp, Mr. Mime
• ITEM UPDATES: Assault Vest, Float Stone, Leftovers, Rocky Helmet

Version 1.6 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.6.1.4

Version 1.6.1.4 Patch Notes
(August 4)

Update Summary

Release Date: August 4, 2022

• Boost Emblems screen bug fixed
• Some quick chat functionality adjusted

Version 1.6.1.3

Version 1.6.1.3 Patch Notes
(July 27)

Update Summary

Release Date: July 27, 2022

• Text fixes
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Absol, Cramorant, Decidueye, Glaceon, Tsareena
• NEW POKEMON: Buzzwole

Version 1.6.1.2

1st Anniversary Balance Patch Notes
(July 21)

Update Summary

Release Date: July 21, 2022

• Shop updates
• Text fixes
• Battle Pass Season 9
• Ranked Season 5
• 1st Anniversary events added
• Max Trainer Level now increased to Level 50
• EVENTS: Boss Rush
• NEW FEATURES: Boost Emblems
• NEW POKEMON: Glaceon
• BUFFS: Azumarill, Zeraora
• NERFS: Absol, Blissey, Decidueye
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Delphox

Version 1.5 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.5.2.8

Version 1.5.2.8 Patch Notes
(June 30)

Update Summary

Release Date: June 30, 2022

• Possible Fix for Pokemon UNITE Membership benefits.

Version 1.5.2.7

Version 1.5.2.7 Patch Notes
(June 20)

Update Summary

Release Date: June 20, 2022

• Text fixes
• Event updates
• Ranked match points update
• BUFFS: Absol, Espeon, Mamoswine, Pikachu, Snorlax
• NERFS: Charizard, Tsareena
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Crustle

Version 1.5.1.6

Version 1.5.1.6 Patch Notes
(May 30)

Update Summary

Release Date: May 30, 2022

• Shop updates
• Event updates
• Battle Pass Season 8
• BUFFS: Azumarill, Crustle, Dragonite, Gardevoir, Mr. Mime, Slowbro, Tsareena, Venusaur
• NERFS: Aegislash, Blissey, Greninja, Hoopa, Lucario
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Blastoise, Cinderace, Sylveon
• NEW GAME MODE: Catch 'Em Battles

Version 1.5.1.5

Version 1.5.1.5 Patch Notes
(May 16)

Update Summary

Release Date: May 16, 2022

• Fixed the desync bug which caused allies and opponents to not work properly during UNITE battles when there is a Greninja in the team.
• UNITE Club Membership subscription is now available for purchase.

Version 1.5.1.4

Version 1.5.1.4 Patch Notes
(May 16)

Update Summary

Release Date: May 16, 2022

• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• NEW POKEMON: Espeon
• EVENTS: Espeon Event

Version 1.5.1.3

Version 1.5.1.3 Patch Notes
(May 6)

Update Summary

Release Date: May 6, 2022

• Fixed a bug where experience gained each second is not counted in the level before an evolution.

Version 1.5.1.2

Version 1.5.1.2 Patch Notes
(April 28)

Update Summary

Release Date: April 28, 2022

• Text fixes
• Battle Pass Season 7
• Ranked Season 4
• Pokemon Unite Day announcement
• UNITE Membership announced
• BUFFS: Aegislash, Cramorant, Greninja, Trevenant, Zeraora
• NERFS: Alolan Ninetales, Duraludon, Hoopa, Lucario, Talonflame
• ITEM UPDATES: Buddy Barrier, Score Shield
• EVENTS: Flower Coin Exchange, Daily Gardening, Daily Missions, Daily Gift, Unite with Everyone

Version 1.4 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.4.1.10

Version 1.4.1.10 Patch Notes
(March 28)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 28, 2022

• Text fixes
• Spec changes
• NERFS: Alolan Ninetales, Duraludon
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Mr. Mime
• NEW POKEMON: Azumaril
• NEW FEATURES: Labels

Version 1.4.1.9

Version 1.4.1.9 Patch Notes
(March 18)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 18, 2022

• Fixed Nintendo Swith login and Connection Issues
• Fixed Holowear previews not showing in the shop

Version 1.4.1.8

Version 1.4.1.8 Patch Notes
(March 17)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 17, 2022

• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Blastoise

Version 1.4.1.7

Version 1.4.1.7 Patch Notes
(March 14)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 14, 2022

• Text fixes
• Shop update
• Event update
• Specification change
• BUFFS: Alolan Ninetales, Blastoise, Decidueye, Gengar, Trevenant, Tsareena, Zeraora
• NERFS: Cramorant, Greedent, Hoopa, Lucario
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Aegislash, Eldegoss, Mr. Mime
• NEW FEATURES: Achievements

Version 1.4.1.6

Version 1.4.1.6 Patch Notes
(March 8)

Update Summary

Release Date: March 8, 2022

• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Hoopa

Version 1.4.1.4

Version 1.4.1.4 Patch Notes
(February 24)

Update Summary

Release Date: February 24, 2022

• Shop updates
• Spec changes
• TWEAKS & BUGFIXES: Aegislash, Decidueye
• MAP UPDATES: Shivre City, Auroma Park, Mer Stadium
• EVENTS: Kitchen Event, Hyperspace Box Challenge, Pokemon Day Special Items
• NEW GAME MODE: Full-Fury Battle
• NEW POKEMON: Hoopa

Version 1.4.1.3

Version 1.4.1.3 Patch Notes
(January 26)

Update Summary

Release Date: January 26, 2022

• Text fixes
• New language support: Brazilian Portuguese, Russian
• BUFFS: Talonflame
• NERFS: Garchomp, Lucario
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Decidueye, Snorlax, Trevenant, Tsareena
• EVENTS: Lunar New Year Log-In Bonus, Lunar New Year Even Exchange
• NEW POKEMON: Aegislash

Version 1.4.1.2

Version 1.4.1.2 Patch Notes
(January 20)

Update Summary

Release Date: January 20, 2022

• Shop updates
• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• Quick Chat wheel customization
• BUFFS: Charizard, Decidueye, Gengar, Machamp, Talonflame
• NERFS: Dragonite, Lucario, Tsareena
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Garchomp, Zeraora
• ITEM UPDATES: X Attack, Slow Smoke, Fluffy Tail
• NEW POKEMON: Trevenant
• NEW MODE: Tournament Mode
• BATTLE PASS UPDATES: Added Special Missions

Version 1.3 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.3.1.8

Version 1.3.1.8 Patch Notes
(December 28)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 28, 2021

• Snowball Battle in Shivre City tweaks
• Fixed a problem that caused the result screen to not be displayed when spectating a game

Version 1.3.1.7

Version 1.3.1.7 Patch Notes
(December 20)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 20, 2021

• Spec changes
• Text fixes
• Matchmaking tweaks
• BUFFS: Cinderace, Cruslte, Decidueye, Pikachu, Slowbro
• NERFS: Gardevoir, Tsareena, Wigglytuff, Zeraora
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Dragonite, Eldegoss, Sylveon, Venusaur
• MAP UPDATES: Remoat Stadium

Version 1.3.1.6

Version 1.3.1.6 Patch Notes
(December 14)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 14, 2021

• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Cramorant
• NEW POKEMON: Dragonite

Version 1.3.1.4

Version 1.3.1.4 Patch Notes
(December 10)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 10, 2021

• Text fixes
• Fixed missing move description for Tsareena's UNITE move

Version 1.3.1.2

Version 1.3.1.2 Patch Notes
(December 9)

Update Summary

Release Date: December 9, 2021

• Shop update
• Text fixes
• Login after the December 9, 2021 update and receive Tsareena UNITE License until December 31, 2021.
• Master rank rating adjustment
• Ranked performance points system adjustment
• BUFFS: Garchamp, Gardevoir, Mamoswine, Snorlax
• NERFS: Greedent, Greninja, Lucario, Zeraora
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Blastoise, Cramorant, Eldegoss, Gengar, Sylveon, Talonflame, Wigglytuff
• MAP UPDATES: Remoat Stadium
• NEW POKEMON: Tsareena
• NEW RANKINGS: Rankings by Pokemon, Praise Rankings, Score Rankings, Win Streak Rankings

Version 1.2 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.2.1.4

Version 1.2.1.4 Patch Note
(September 27)

Update Summary

Release Date: November 30, 2021

• Shop updates
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Crustle, Lucario
• NEW POKEMON: Mamoswine

Version 1.2.1.13

Version 1.2.1.13 Patch Notes
(November 18)

Update Summary

Release Date: November 18, 2021

• Update before Decidueye's arrival

Version 1.2.1.12

Version 1.2.1.12 Patch Notes
(November 16)

Update Summary

Release Date: November 16, 2021

• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• Spec changes
• New title screen
• TWEAKS & BUGFIXES: Alolan Ninetales
• EVENTS: Link account

Version 1.2.1.11

Version 1.2.1.11 Patch Notes:
(November 10 Update)

Update Summary

Release Date: November 10, 2021

• Shop update
• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Alolan Ninetales, Gardevoir
• NERFS: Greedent
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Garchomp, Pikachu, Sylveon
• ITEM UPDATES: Potion, X Speed, Full Heal

Version 1.2.1.10

Version 1.2.1.10 Patch Notes
(October 26)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 26, 2021

• Bug fixes
• New Items will be marked as NEW in Shops
• Layout Changes for the Home Screen
• Battle Pass Season 3
• Ranked Season 2

Version 1.2.1.8

Version 1.2.1.8 Patch Notes
(October 20)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 20, 2021

• Shop updates
• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• New Halloween themed Holowear and Trainer Outfits
• BUFFS: Garchomp, Gengar, Pikachu, Slowbro
• NERFS: Blastoise, Lucario, Venusaur
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Absol, Cramorant, Talonflame, Zeraora
• WILD POKEMON UPDATES: Zapdos, Drednaw, Rotom
• EVENTS: Halloween Log-In Bonus, Pumpkin Exchange, Halloween in Mer Stadium
• NEW POKEMON: Greedent

Version 1.2.1.7

Version 1.2.1.7 Patch Notes
(October 13)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 13, 2021

• Shop updates
• New background music

Version 1.2.1.6

Version 1.2.1.6 Patch Notes
(October 8)

Update Summary

Release Date: October 8, 2021

• Shop updates
• NERFS: Sylveon

Version 1.2.1.5

Version 1.2.1.5 Patch Notes
(September 29)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 29, 2021

• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• Shop updates
• Nine-Million Downloads Gift
• NEW POKEMON: Sylveon

Version 1.2.1.4

Version 1.2.1.4 Patch Notes
(September 27)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 27, 2021

• Shop updates
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Crustle, Lucario

Version 1.2.1.3

Version 1.2.1.3 Patch Notes
(September 22)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 22, 2021

• Shop updates
• Text fixes
• UI adjustments
• Trainer fashion item designs changes
• Receive Pre-registration rewards for Mobile
• Battle Pass Update: Galactic Ghost 094
• Missions update
• BUFFS: Cinderace, Charizard, Garchomp, Talonflame, Venusaur
• NERFS: Cramorant, Greninja, Wigglytuff
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Absol, Alolan Ninetales, Blastoise, Crustle, Eldegoss, Gardevoir, Gengar, Lucario, Machamp, Mr. Mime, Slowbro, Snorlax
• NEW ITEMS: Choice Specs, Razor Claw, Weakness Policy
• NEW FEATURES: UNITE Squads, Spectate, Offiline Mode (Nintendo ONLY), Battle Guide
• WILD POKEMON UPDATES: Regigias

Version 1.1 Patch Notes and Updates

Version 1.1.1.8

Version 1.1.1.8 Patch Notes
(September 8)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 8, 2021

• Shop updates
• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• BUFFS: Blissey

Version 1.1.1.7

Version 1.1.1.7 Patch Notes
(September 1)

Update Summary

Release Date: September 1, 2021

• Shop updates
• Bug fixes
• Text fixes
• NEW POKEMON: Blastoise

Version 1.1.1.6

Version 1.1.1.6 Patch Notes
(August 18)

Update Summary

Release Date: August 18, 2021

• Added invincibility period after returning from being knocked out
• Remaining Aeos Coins until weekly limit display added
• BUFFS: Crustle, Garchomp, Gardevoir, Wigglytuff
• NERFS: Alolan Ninetales, Cinderace, Snorlax
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Greninja, Slowbro
• ITEM UPDATES: Goal-Getter, Fluffy Tail, X Attack, Eject Button
• WILD POKEMON UPDATES: Avalugg

Version 1.1.1.5

Version 1.1.1.5 Patch Notes
(August 6)

Update Summary

Release Date: August 6, 2021

• Shop updates
• Text fixes
• Spectate feature removed
• TWEAKS & BUG FIXES: Gengar

Version 1.1.1.4

Version 1.1.1.4 Patch Notes
(August 4)

Update Summary

Release Date: August 4, 2021

• BUFFS: Absol, Charizard, Talonflame, Venusaur, Wigglytuff
• TWEAKS & BUGFIXES: Alolan Ninetales, Cinderace, Cramorant, Eldegoss, Gengar, Greninja, Lucario, Machamp, Zeraora
• NEW FEATURES: Spectate

Version 1.1.1.3

Version 1.1.1.3 Patch Notes
(July 28)

Update Summary

Release Date: July 28, 2021

• NERFS: Charizard
• ITEM UPDATES: Muscle Band
• NEW POKEMON: Gardevoir

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Version 1.18

Version 1.18 Patch Notes List
Version 1.18.1.2 (February 27, 2025)	Version 1.18.1.3 (March 13, 2025)
Version 1.18.1.4 (March 19, 2025)	Version 1.18.2.5 (April 17, 2025)
Version 1.18.2.6 (April 24, 2025)	Version 1.18.2.7 (May 15, 2025)

Version 1.17

Version 1.17 Patch Notes List
Version 1.17.1.2 (December 5, 2024)	Version 1.17.1.5 (December 16, 2024)
Version 1.17.1.6 (December 26, 2024)	Version 1.17.2.8 (January 16, 2025)
Version 1.17.2.10 (February 6, 2025)	Version 1.17.2.11 (February 13, 2025)

Version 1.16

Version 1.16 Patch Notes List
Version 1.16.1.2 (September 5, 2024)	Version 1.16.1.4 (September 27, 2024)
Version 1.16.2.6 (October 17, 2024)	Version 1.16.2.7 (October 19, 2024)
Version 1.16.2.8 (November 1, 2024)	Version 1.16.2.9 (November 21, 2024)

Version 1.15

Version 1.15 Patch Notes List
Version 1.15.1.2 (July 16, 2024)	Version 1.15.1.3 (July 25, 2024)
Version 1.15.1.5 (July 31, 2024)	Version 1.15.1.7 (Aug. 22, 2024)

Version 1.14

Version 1.14 Patch Notes List
Version 1.14.1.2 (February 27, 2024)	Version 1.14.1.4 (March 12, 2024)
Version 1.14.1.5 (April 16, 2024)	Version 1.14.1.6 (May 13, 2024)
Version 1.14.2.8 (June 6, 2024)	Version 1.14.2.9 (June 13, 2024)
Version 1.14.2.10 (June 19, 2024)	-

Version 1.13

Version 1.13 Patch Notes List
Version 1.13.1.2 (December 5, 2023)	Version 1.13.1.3 (December 12, 2023)
Version 1.13.1.4 (January 9, 2024)	Version 1.13.1.5 (January 15, 2024)
Version 1.13.1.6 (February 22, 2024)	-

Version 1.12

Version 1.12 Patch Notes List
Version 1.12.1.2 (September 7, 2023)	Version 1.12.1.3 (September 14, 2023)
Version 1.12.1.4 (October 18, 2023)	Version 1.12.1.6 (November 13, 2023)

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Gardevoir	Blissey	Blastoise	Mamoswine
Sylveon	Greedent	Decidueye	Tsareena
Dragonite	Trevenant	Aegislash	Duraludon
Azumarill	Espeon	Delphox	Glaceon
Buzzwole	Tyranitar	Mew	Dodrio
Scizor	Clefable	Zoroark	Sableye
Urshifu	Dragapult	Comfey	Goodra
Lapras	Chandelure	Umbreon	Leafeon
Inteleon	Mewtwo	Blaziken	Mimikyu
Meowscarada	Metagross	Gyarados	Miraidon
Falinks	Ceruledge	Ho-Oh	Armarouge
Darkrai	Psyduck	Tinkaton	Galarian Rapidash
Suicune	Alolan Raichu	Alcremie	-